The design of the Beowulf series is the result of over 20 years of continuous design evolution aimed at perfecting the short-handed cruising model. She is easily handled by two people offshore and in port maneuvering in close quarters (under sail and power). With two crew, Beowulf easily and comfortably sails at 270 to 300 miles a day in the trades, whilst retaining the ability to power faster, for longer distances than comparably sized motor yachts.

These yachts have a highly functional and comfortable pilothouse, with excellent visibility in all directions, from which they can be sailed and maneuvered under power. Watertight bulkheads, a double bottom, and tough aluminum scantlings gives physical and mental comfort. Carefully executed systems provide ambiance, yet minimise maintenance. Her engine room is a marvel of simplicity and access.

Beowulf holds a variety of elapsed time records, all set with just the two Owners on board. These include the record for the Caribbean 1,500, Mari Cha 111s record in the Guadaloupe Antigua Race, the fastest passage on record between California and the Marquesas Islands and back from the Marquesas to California (to mention a few).

This is the perfect boat if you want to cruise comfortably, quickly, and safely, without the hassle of crew, or a load of maintenance headaches.

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Project Details

Type of yacht

80ft Skip Dashew Design

Designed by

Steve Dashew - Dashew Offshore Design

Owner

Steve (Skip) and Linda Dashew

Interior Design

Dashew Offshore Design and Harrill House International

Builder

Kelly Archer Boatbuilders Ltd

LOA

78ft

LWL

77ft

Beam

16.4ft

Draft

7.9ft

Displacement

60.000 pounds

Construction

Marine Grade Aluminium

Tonnage

27 tons

Engine

Yanmar 170HP

Sails

North Sails USA

Mast

Forespar

Rigging

Forespar

Furlers

Profurl on the headstay

Deck Hardware

All blocks are Lewmar "Racing" except for the vang which are Lewmar "Solent" style